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Brian Cushing
Brian Cushing (born 1987, Park Ridge, NJ) is a former NFL linebacker, USC All-American, 2009 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year, Houston Texans tackle leader (648), twice suspended for PEDs, later Texans assistant strength coach.
Brian Daboll
Brian Daboll (born 1975) is an NFL coach, Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator (2026), former Giants head coach (2022-25, 20-40-1), Bills OC, five-time Super Bowl winner, and 2022 AP Coach of the Year.
Brian Dawkins
Brian Dawkins, "Weapon X," NFL safety (1996-2011) for the Philadelphia Eagles and Denver Broncos, Clemson product, 9-time Pro Bowler, 2018 Pro Football Hall of Famer, Eagles' leader in games and interceptions, mental health advocate.
Brian Duker
Brian Duker, NFL coach, defensive coordinator of the New York Jets (named January 2026) under Aaron Glenn; formerly Miami Dolphins pass game coordinator/secondary coach and Detroit Lions defensive backs coach; Towson graduate.
Brian Fleury
Brian Fleury is an NFL coach, offensive coordinator of the Seattle Seahawks since February 2026 and formerly the San Francisco 49ers' run game coordinator and tight ends coach; former Maryland and Towson quarterback.
Brian Flores
Brian Flores is an NFL coach, Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator since 2023 and Miami Dolphins head coach 2019-21 (24-25), known for aggressive blitz schemes and leading a discrimination lawsuit against the NFL.
Brian Griese
Brian David Griese, born 1975 in Miami, is a former NFL quarterback who played 11 seasons, won a Super Bowl with the Broncos, and later coached the 49ers' quarterbacks.
Brian Harman
Brian Harman (born 1987, Savannah, Georgia) is an American left-handed PGA Tour golfer, University of Georgia alum, four-time tour winner, and 2023 Open Championship champion at Royal Liverpool by six shots.
Brian Hartline
Brian Hartline, former Ohio State and NFL wide receiver (Dolphins, Browns), longtime Ohio State receivers coach and offensive coordinator, named USF head football coach in December 2025.
Brian Hoyer
Brian Hoyer (born 1985) is a former NFL quarterback, undrafted from Michigan State in 2009; career backup and occasional starter for 10 teams, notably the Patriots and Browns, 10,899 passing yards, one Super Bowl.
Brian Kelly (American football coach)
Brian Kelly, born 1961, is an American college football coach whose stops included Grand Valley State, Central Michigan, Cincinnati, Notre Dame, and LSU before his 2025 firing.
Brian Leetch
Brian Leetch (born 1968, Corpus Christi, Texas) is an American Hall of Fame defenseman, 17 seasons with the New York Rangers; 1,028 points, two Norris Trophies, 1994 Stanley Cup and first U.S.-born Conn Smythe winner.
Brian McCann (baseball)
Brian McCann (born 1984, Athens, Georgia), American MLB catcher 2005-2019 with Braves, Yankees, Astros; 282 home runs, 7-time All-Star, 6 Silver Sluggers, 2017 World Series champion; only catcher to win Silver Slugger in both leagues.
Brian O'Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll, born 1979, is an Irish former rugby union center who played for Leinster, Ireland, and the British & Irish Lions, retiring in 2014 as Test rugby's most-capped player with 141 appearances.
Brian Orakpo
Brian Orakpo, former NFL outside linebacker (Washington Redskins 2009-14, Tennessee Titans 2015-18), 13th overall 2009 draft pick from Texas, four Pro Bowls, 66 career sacks, retired December 31, 2018.
Brian Piccolo
Brian Piccolo (Louis Brian Piccolo) was a Chicago Bears fullback from 1965 to 1969, remembered for his friendship with Gale Sayers and the film Brian's Song.
Brian Scalabrine
Brian Scalabrine, the White Mamba, is a former NBA power forward/center (Nets, Celtics, Bulls, 2001-2012), 2008 champion, now Celtics TV analyst on NBC Sports Boston.
Brian Schottenheimer
Brian Schottenheimer (born 1973, Denver) is an NFL coach, son of Marty Schottenheimer, and 10th head coach of the Dallas Cowboys since January 2025, after OC stints with the Jets, Rams, Seahawks, and Cowboys.
Brian Snitker
Brian Gerald Snitker, Atlanta Braves manager 2016-2025, won the 2021 World Series, six straight NL East titles, and the 2018 NL Manager of the Year, going 811-668 (.548) before retiring.
Brian Urlacher
Brian Urlacher (born 1978, Pasco, Washington), Bears middle linebacker 2000–2012, ninth overall pick in 2000, 2000 Defensive Rookie of the Year, 2005 Defensive Player of the Year, eight Pro Bowls, 41.5 sacks, 22 interceptions, Hall of Fame Class of 2018.
Brian Vahaly
Brian Vahaly, American former ATP tennis player (peak ranking No. 64, or No. 57 in 2003), first ATP player to come out as gay (2017), and USTA Chairman of the Board and President for the 2025-26 term.
Brian Westbrook
Brian Westbrook, born 1979, is a former NFL running back (Eagles 2002-09, 49ers 2010), Villanova NCAA all-purpose yards record holder, 2007 All-Pro, and Eagles Hall of Famer.
Brian Wilson (baseball)
Brian Patrick Wilson, born in 1982, is an American former relief pitcher who closed for the San Francisco Giants and won the 2010 World Series.
Brianna Decker
Brianna Decker, American ice hockey forward from Dousman, Wisconsin; 2018 Olympic gold medalist, six-time IIHF Women's World champion, 2012 Patty Kazmaier winner; Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025.
Brianne Jenner
Brianne Jenner (born 1991, Oakville, Ontario) is a Canadian ice hockey forward, four-time Olympic medallist (gold 2014, 2022; silver 2018, 2026), 2022 Olympic MVP with a record-tying nine goals, and first captain of PWHL Ottawa.
Bridgeport Islanders
Bridgeport Islanders, formerly Bridgeport Sound Tigers (2001-2021), AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders based in Bridgeport, Connecticut; renamed 2021, relocated to Hamilton, Ontario as the Hamilton Hammers for 2026-27.
Bridgette Gordon
Bridgette Cyrene Gordon (born 1967, DeLand, Florida) is head women's basketball coach at Florida A&M, a 1988 Olympic gold medalist, two-time Tennessee Lady Vols NCAA champion (1987, 1989), 1989 Final Four MVP, and Women's Basketball Hall of Famer (2007).
Brisbane Broncos
Brisbane Broncos, Brisbane rugby league club in the NRL, founded 1988, based at Suncorp Stadium; seven premierships including the 2025 NRL and NRLW double, coached by Michael Maguire, captained by Adam Reynolds.
Brisbane Lions
The Brisbane Lions is an Australian rules football club formed in 1996 from the merger of the Brisbane Bears and Fitzroy, competing in the AFL.
Bristol Bears
Bristol Bears, founded 1888 as Bristol Rugby, are an English Premiership rugby union club at Ashton Gate, renamed Bears in June 2018 under owner Steve Lansdown, directed by Pat Lam, known for ball-in-hand attack and a women's PWR side.